BLESerial nRF vs Smart Hohm
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BLESerial nRF
This app provides a direct serial terminal connection to Nordic nRF52 Bluetooth Low Energy boards. It allows for real-time command sending and data reception without cables or adapters. Features include device scanning, a smooth scrolling console, and smart alerts for specific data patterns.
- Real-time data transfer
- Device scanning and connection
- Customizable console view
- Smart data alerts
- Configurable UUIDs
- Bluetooth explorer
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The dedicated serial terminal for Nordic nRF52 Bluetooth Low Energy boards. BLE Serial nRF52 connects your iPhone or iPad directly to any nRF52-based device and lets you send commands and receive data in real time — no cables, no adapters, no fuss. This free version is identical to the Pro version, except it does not include Functions (custom send buttons and toggle switches) and only works with Nordic nRF52 modules — not CC254x boards such as the HM-10. Built specifically for the nRF52 UART service (6E400001), it works out of the box with popular nRF52 development boards and custom firmware alike. **CONNECT IN SECONDS** Scan for nearby nRF52 devices and see their name, advertised services, manufacturer data, and live signal strength at a glance. Tap to connect. Auto-reconnect brings you straight back to your device every time you open the app. **SERIAL CONSOLE** A smooth scrolling console displays all incoming and outgoing data, with sent text highlighted for easy reading. Adjust font size, line endings, and display format (ASCII or hex) to suit your workflow. **SMART ALERTS** Set text patterns to watch for in incoming data. When a match is found, the app notifies you immediately — ideal for monitoring autonomous devices or catching error conditions. **FULLY CONFIGURABLE** The service and characteristic UUIDs can be adjusted in Settings for custom nRF52 firmware. Supports both standard and 128-bit UUIDs. **CLEAN AND FOCUSED** No ads. No subscriptions. No unnecessary permissions. Just a fast, reliable connection to your nRF52 hardware. **WANT MORE?** Check out BLE Serial Pro — it adds programmable one-tap command buttons, supports HM-10 and CC2541 in the same app, and shows a live console strip so you can see device responses without switching views. Features: • Fully customisable console view, with options like: - Display format (ASCII, Hex, Dec, etc.) - Line numbers and timestamps - Newline behaviour - Style (code or chat) and sound effects • Send data how it suits you: - In different formats (ASCII, Hex, Dec, etc.) - With or without newline/carriage return character at the end - All at once or in chunks (to accommodate for processing time) • Completely functional bluetooth explorer included! Find out the services, descriptors and other properties of any bluetooth device in range • "Send on Connect" option, to send a preset message after pairing • "Auto Reconnect" option, to reconnect automatically to the previous device • Easily copy or share the sent and received messages • Editable service/characteristic UUIDs to connect to • Read/Write characteristic UUIDs can be set separately • Easy to use minimalist layout
Smart Hohm
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"1.J-Hohm smart home application, 2.Full description: With J-Hohm smart automation solutions you can design a living space that that obeys your every command. Now control your comfort, convenience and pleasure from any room in your house or any place on the planet. J-Hohm’s competence in automation spans products like Fans, Luminaire, Switches and other evolving solutions. Using state-of-the-art mobile app and voice control, you can enjoy your home experience to the fullest and make your life more comfortable, more efficient and more secure. • Remotely Control Home Appliances from Anywhere in world with J-Hohm app. • Create your customized scenes and hence make your life more convenient. • Add and control multiple devices at once with one App • Voice Control via Alexa and Google Home. • Interworking of multiple smart devices. Devices automatically start/stop working based on temperature, location and time. • Easily share devices among family members • Receive real- time alerts to ensure safety • Easily and quickly connect J-Hohm app to devices 3.App icon (Your app icon must be a transparent PNG or JPEG, up to 1 MB, 512 px by 512 px, and meet our design specifications and metadata policy) 4.Your feature graphic must be a PNG or JPEG, up to 1MB, and 1,024 px by 500 px 5.polycab.rnd@gmail.com, https://www.silvan.co.in, 09945651721"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BLESerial nRF at every 6 months against Smart Hohm's every 12 months. Smart Hohm's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BLESerial nRF ships an update every 6 months, Smart Hohm every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BLESerial nRF | Smart Hohm |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 345 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ed Nieuwenhuys | Polycab India Limited |
In-app purchases
BLESerial nRF
No in-app purchases
Smart Hohm
No in-app purchases
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